Are you overwhelmed by the sheer number of books out there? You’re not alone. With new titles released every week and countless “must-read” lists, it’s easy to feel swamped by choices.

At the same time, it can be hard to decide what to read next, partially because of the noise, and partially because you want to make sure you'll enjoy your next read.

This is where book recommendation websites can be a godsend. They act as friendly guides to help you discover new reads that match your tastes, especially if you’re an avid reader looking for trusted advice and community input. In this post, we’ll explore some of the best book recommendation sites available. 

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While enjoying the May flowers, make sure you also take time for the beautiful May releases in bloom. In our anticipated reads for the month of Mother’s Day, we feature a memoir of a mother-daughter relationship and a story exploring the profound impact resulting from a mother’s choice of what to name her child. We also look at one touching novel about a middle-aged bookseller reflecting on his life in the face of illness, and another about the connection between a young man and an older widow. Three out of four of these titles are debuts, so prepare to discover some wonderful new authors. Follow upcoming coverage in our digital magazine, and join us in making these books part of a spring to remember.

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What books did your book club love talking about last year? See how they compare to the titles our subscribers say were their favorites for book group discussions in 2024.

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Between April showers and sunshine, you’re sure to be craving some fresh reads. Here, we present a murky story of literary suspense, a novel of historical England, an African Gothic tale, and a book about a woman with an abiding interest in airplanes. Read them with your book club safely indoors while weathering spring storms, or take them to the park to enjoy amid the gradually warming breezes. And look out for upcoming coverage in our digital magazine!

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Whether you’re looking for something funny, serious, or both, we have your March reading covered. We bring you an intriguing family drama from a Nobel laureate, a humorous character-driven debut set in a South Dakota town, a call to action on book bans from YA authors, and a new translation of a darkly comedic novel featuring a disabled woman’s exploration of pleasure that won Japan’s prestigious Akutagawa Prize. Watch out for coverage of these books in upcoming issues of our digital magazine.

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Wondering what to read this February? Here are just a few notable selections we think are worth checking out. They include both fiction and nonfiction, and have great potential as book club selections or solo reads. Reviews of some of these titles are planned for upcoming issues of our digital magazine, and we're excited to cover them for you in the coming weeks.

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